Brakes in Gulfport, MS

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What are ceramic brakes?

Ceramic brake pads are made from dense, durable ceramic. They are favored for their relative silence while driving compared to metal or organic brake pads. They also have little wear and tear on the overall brake system and are very reliable. However, they are more expensive than metal or organic brake pads. Additionally, their performance deteriorates in extreme driving conditions.

How long do brakes rotors last on the average car?

Brake rotors typically last between 30,000 and 70,000 miles.

What are brake shoes?

Brake shoes are used in drum brakes--rather than disc brakes--which is the original braking system designed for vehicles. Just as brake pads are the friction component of disc brakes, brake shoes are the friction component of drum brakes. When the brakes are applied, a wheel cylinder pushes the brake shoe against the brake drums, which spin while the vehicle is in motion, and causes the vehicle to stop.

Why do new brakes make a noise?

A squeaking or squealing sound when applying newly replaced brakes is normal. It comes from the rotor vibrating against the new brake pads. It should quiet down after about 250 miles, and should be more or less silent by 750 miles, when the brake system has had some time to synchronize itself.

How often do brakes on a car need to be replaced?

This depends on the car, the brake system, and the car owner's driving habits. Typically, a car's brakes should be replaced after about 50,000 miles, but some car's brakes may last anywhere from 25,000 to 70,000 miles.
Car owners shouldn't wait for a magic number to replace their brakes. They should check them regularly, and pay close attention if they hear any weird noises or if the car feels shaky while braking. Brakes are a critical safety component of a car, so it's important to stay on top of brake maintenance.

What is a brake rotor?

A brake rotor is a metal disc attached to the wheel. This is what is squeezed to stop the car when drivers apply their brakes.

What are brake pads?

Brake pads absorb much of the friction created when the brake caliper squeezes the brake rotor (located on the wheel), which causes the car to stop. Brake pads are an essential component of disc brakes, the most popular type of brake system for passenger vehicles.

What is included in a complete brake job?

Inspect the entire brake system.

Replace:

Any damaged hoses or steel lines.

Damaged calipers or wheel cylinders.

Linings, including new mounting pins and bushings for floating-style calipers.

Shoe retaining clips and return springs.

Resurface or replace rotors and drums.

Clean and adjust wheel bearings.

Change brake fluid.

How long does it take to repair car brakes?

It depends on what the service entails. Simple brake maintenance can take as little as a half hour. Extensive repairs might require customers to leave their cars overnight.

How much does it cost to repair car brakes?

The average price for brake pad replacement is $150 per axle. Depending on the garage, it might cost $100-$300 per axle.